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Physical Therapist - Outpatient

Trinity Health · Melrose Park, IL · $34.48–$59.92 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 2, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a patient who wasn't improving and what you did about it.

What they are checking: Whether they reassess and change course instead of continuing a plan that isn't working.

Tell me about a time you had to manage a full schedule and still finish documentation on time.

What they are checking: Whether they have good time management habits in a busy outpatient clinic.

What area of outpatient practice do you want to grow in?

What they are checking: Whether they have a plan for professional growth.

What would you do

How do you build a plan that the patient will actually follow?

What they are checking: Whether they create realistic plans that fit the patient's daily life and goals.

A patient tells you they have chest pain during exercise. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop and respond to a potential emergency immediately.

A patient is frustrated and says therapy isn't helping. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they listen, explain and adjust the plan with the patient's input.

About the work

Walk me through your evaluation of a patient with neck pain and arm tingling.

What they are checking: Whether they screen for nerve involvement and red flags before treating.

How do you supervise a PTA treating your patients?

What they are checking: Whether they stay involved and responsible for care they delegate.

How do you educate patients about their condition so they understand it?

What they are checking: Whether they explain things in plain language and check that the patient understands.

How do you decide when a patient is ready for discharge?

What they are checking: Whether they use goals and function rather than visit counts to decide.

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The full job description

As published by Trinity Health.

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Loyola Medicine, a member of Trinity Health, is a nationally ranked academic, quaternary care system based in Chicago's western suburbs. Loyola Medicine Transport is based at Loyola University Medical Center and is part of a three-hospital system including  Loyola University Medical Center ,  Gottlieb Memorial Hospital , and  MacNeal Hospital . If you are a PHYSICAL THERAPIST who’s interested in working for a regional leader in healthcare, delivering compassionate care and improving the lives of those in our communities, join the Loyola team and become Loyola Strong! What you’ll do: • Evaluates patients, plans and implements an effective Physical Therapy program based upon physical assessment, clinical judgement, and psychological sensitivity for inpatients and outpatients with diverse diagnoses; provides patient education, consultation, and discharge planning; supervises and delegates patient care to Physical Therapist Assistants, and Rehab Technicians. We offer our Physical Therapists: • Benefits from Day One • DailyPay! Work today, Get paid today • Competitive Shift Differentials • Tuition Reimbursement • On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & Loyola University Medical Center) • Childcare Employee Discount at Gottlieb’s Child Development Center • Referral Rewards • Strong Team Culture • Career Growth Opportunities What you’ll need for this job: • Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy; Master's preferred • Current IL state licensure as a Physical Therapist • CPR/BLS - American Heart Association Compensation Pa y Range: $34.48 - $59.92 per hour Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles. Trinity Health Benefits Summary Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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